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Ameesha Patel praises Sunny Deol in Border 2, calls him 'Hindustan ki shaan'

Ameesha Patel is clearly thrilled to see her longtime co-star Sunny Deol return to the big screen with Border 2. Taking to social media, she praised his powerful presence and revisited their iconic Gadar legacy, delighting fans of the duo.

January 16, 2026 / 23:01 IST
Ameesha Patel praises Border 2
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  • Ameesha Patel praises Sunny Deol's powerful presence in Border 2 trailer
  • Border 2 stars Sunny Deol, Varun Dhawan, and others; releases on 23 January
  • Trailer showcases patriotism, action, and emotional moments

Ameesha Patel couldn’t hide her excitement over seeing her Gadar: Ek Prem Katha co-star Sunny Deol back in action with Border 2.

Sharing the film’s poster on social media, she showered praise on him, writing, “Kya baat hain TARA @iamsunnydeol,” followed by clapping emojis. She added, “No wonder SAKINA ki JAAN aur HINDUSTAN ki SHAAN hain AAP – BORDER 2 Trailer is fire,” reflecting her genuine admiration for Sunny Deol’s powerful screen presence.

The bond between Ameesha Patel and Sunny Deol on-screen goes back over two decades. Their chemistry first lit up screens in the 2001 blockbuster Gadar: Ek Prem Katha, where Sunny Deol’s portrayal of the patriotic and fierce Tara Singh captured hearts across India, while Ameesha Patel played Sakina, the educated Pakistani woman caught in a whirlwind of love and conflict.

The duo reunited for Gadar 2 in 2023, continuing the story of Tara and Sakina amid rising India-Pakistan tensions, giving fans a nostalgic yet thrilling experience.

Now, with Border 2, Sunny Deol is once again leading the charge in a story that honours the valor of the Indian Armed Forces.

The trailer, released on Thursday evening, showcases breathtaking visuals of battles across air, land, and sea, combined with intimate moments of family banter and heartfelt promises before soldiers head into combat. It’s a fine balance of patriotism, emotion, and high-octane action.

Sunny Deol’s character immediately commands attention in the trailer. In a striking scene, he picks up a phone and tells a Pakistani officer, “Hume kya haraoge. Arey tumhare Pakistan me itne log nahi jitne humare yahan Eid par bakre kaate jate hain.”

His motivational speech to his men about courage and determination resonates, highlighting why he remains one of Bollywood’s most beloved action heroes.

Also Read: Sunny Deol honours Indian Navy aboard INS Vikrant as he promotes Border 2 in Goa: "Pride Honour Bravery"

Directed by Anurag Singh, Border 2 stars Sunny Deol alongside Varun Dhawan, Ahan Shetty, and Diljit Dosanjh, with Mona Singh, Sonam Bajwa, Anya Singh, and Medha Rana in supporting roles.

Produced to coincide with the Republic Day weekend, the film is set to release on 23 January, promising audiences a gripping, patriotic, and action-packed cinematic ride that honours India’s heroes while delivering the larger-than-life drama fans have come to expect.

Palak Vij
Palak Vij is a Sub Editor and Entertainment Journalist with over a year of experience covering films, television, and pop culture in the digital space.
first published: Jan 16, 2026 11:00 pm

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